2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (181 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2270 mm |
